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Description: Scott County Goals 2010 – 2015
Financially Sound County Government
Growing County
Healthy, Safe Community
Regional Leadership by Scott County
Service Excellence with P.R.I.D.E.
Leader as a Su...

Scott County Goals 2010 – 2015
Financially Sound County Government
Growing County
Healthy, Safe Community
Regional Leadership by Scott County
Service Excellence with P.R.I.D.E.
Leader as a Sustainable County

Objectives Objective 1 Objective 2 Objective 3 Objective 4 Objective 5 Objective 6 Objective 7
Resources to support defined services and service levels Diverse revenue sources for the County Defined core County services with service priorities Maintain low tax rate with high level of service Reserves consistent with County policy and national standards Maintain/Enhance County bond rating Leverage County resources through grants, partnerships and use of volunteers

Short-Term Challenges and Opportunities
1. 2. 3. 4. State actions or inactions affecting County revenues and service Determining core service priorities Community organizations coming to the County for funding Historically stable County revenues in flux

Objectives Objective 1 Objective 2 Objective 3 Objective 4 Objective 5 Objective 6
Active participation and leadership in regional organizations Increased service efficiency and effectiveness through regional cooperation, partnership and consolidation Scott County facilitating dialog among governments on common issues, problems and opportunities More cost-effective delivery of services to residents through intergovernmental cooperation Strong advocacy for the interests of Scott County Development of models for service consolidation and partnership

Short-Term Challenges and Opportunities
1. 2. 3. EMA Levy public understanding Protection of turf and interests Agreeing next opportunity for service collaboration/consolidation

Objectives Objective 1 Objective 2 Objective 3 Objective 4 Objective 5
National and regional recognition as a leader in “green” and “sustainability” Improved air quality in Scott County region Increased County use of renewable energy in facilities and fleet Incorporation of sustainability concepts in developments in Scott County Increased residents awareness of county sustainability actions and their opportunities for a more sustainable lifestyle

Short-Term Challenges and Opportunities
1. 2. 3. 4. Engaging the community in a dialog about sustainability Greening County operations and facilities Realistic expectations and doable actions Determining the return on investment

HIGH PRIORITY
County Space Needs Study and Direction Lake Canyada Wastewater Resolution Sustainability Plan for Scott County Rock Island Arsenal Marketing and Lobbying Rail Service from Chicago to Iowa City